Daylight Performance of Laser Cut Panels

Centre for Advanced Research in Building Science and Energy (CARBSE) at CEPT University has evaluated the application of Laser Cut Panels (LCP) with reference to availability of daylight in deep plan open offices. Analysis was done for three Indian cities located on different latitudes with varying Window to Wall Ratio (WWR) and windows placed on North, South, East and West orientation. Results generated are analyzed for spatial distribution of daylight and savings in lighting energy consumption.
Further information:
• Research paper published at 14th International Conference of the International Building Performance Simulation Association
• BSDF (Bidirectional Scattering Distribution Function) file with simulated and measured data of LCP. Use BSDF viewer required to visualize the data.
• Spatial visualization of room comparing simulated and measured data for LCP - refer attached - Will add some explanation and geometry of LCP
• Simulation file with Laser Cut Panel to generate illuminance map
The research has been jointly conducted by CEPT University and LBNL as part of project titled US India Joint Centre for Building Energy Research and Development (CBERD) sponsored by The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India.

Expertise Required:

Understanding of daylight principles and complex glazing systems. Working knowledge of EnergyPlus, WINDOW and Radiance.